How far is Charleston, AR from Springdale, AR?
The driving distance from Charleston, AR to Springdale, AR is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Crawford County, Arkansas
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charleston and Springdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charleston and Springdale.
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Start on South Hancock Street
2 m · 6 sec · South Hancock Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
13.2 mi · 20 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Fort Street
4 mi · 6 min · Fort Street
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Continue on Rogers Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Rogers Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North, US 71 North
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Continue on South Thompson Street
3.3 mi · 6 min · South Thompson Street
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Turn right onto West Johnson Avenue
2927 ft · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Commercial Street
36 m · 5 sec · North Commercial Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Commercial Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charleston and Springdale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 49 North
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46.4 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Charleston and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Springdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charleston to Springdale?
The road trip is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mountainburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Charleston and 42.3 miles from Springdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.47 one way or $22.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Charleston and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Springdale.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charleston and Springdale. Straight-line distance: 61.69 mi (99.28 km).
#1 Charleston
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,500 |
| Coordinates | 35.2970400, -94.0363200 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Springdale
The most populous city in Washington County, Arkansas.
| Population | 81,115 |
| Coordinates | 36.1867400, -94.1288100 |
| Altitude | 403 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-94.128809, 36.186791)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $11.47 | $22.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.90 | $25.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.01 | $28.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.41 | $32.81 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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